Teacher in a role conflict. A focus on parents

Dossier / Travail , 2015 , 10 Pages , Note: 1,6

Didactique de l'Anglais - Pédagogie,Linguistique

In the last years the job as a teacher has become more and more stressful as many studies about burnout prove. One reason for this might be that teachers are put under pressure by various factors, for example the pressure to answer their own expectations, the parents, who get involved more and more into the school and the classroom, the feeling to be as good as other colleagues, the ongoing changes in the syllabus and structural changes that expect more and more from teachers, social expectations or status and many more aspects. The school is a social system and teachers are very important parts of this system, but unfortunately there is little attention paid to this fact. Many studies that try to analyze the system “school” mainly focus on the students and little on the teachers.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• Role conflict and the teacher
  • The role conflict - A definition
  • Role conflicts between parents and teachers
• Solutions and strategies
• Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This term paper aims to analyze the role conflict experienced by teachers, focusing on the specific challenges posed by parental expectations. It explores the definition of role conflict, identifies key factors contributing to tensions between parents and teachers, and suggests solutions and strategies for managing these conflicts.

• Role conflict and its impact on teachers
• The role of parental expectations in shaping teacher-parent dynamics
• The influence of social status on parental expectations
• Strategies for mitigating role conflicts between parents and teachers
• The importance of communication and collaboration in resolving conflicts

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Introduction: This chapter highlights the increasing stress experienced by teachers, attributing it to various pressures including parental involvement, changing expectations, and social demands. It underscores the importance of understanding and addressing role conflicts to enhance teacher well-being and effectiveness.
• Role conflict and the teacher: This chapter defines "role conflict" and examines its manifestations in the context of teaching. It explores both inter-role and intra-role conflicts, highlighting the complexity of managing diverse expectations within the profession. The chapter emphasizes the need for clear role definitions and the impact of conflicting expectations on teacher stress.
• Role conflicts between parents and teachers: This chapter delves into the specific tensions arising from interactions between parents and teachers. It analyzes the evolving role of parents in education, their often-unrealistic expectations, and the resulting conflicts that can emerge from different perspectives and values. The chapter highlights the importance of understanding parental motivations and expectations for effective conflict resolution.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This term paper focuses on the concept of role conflict within the teaching profession, particularly addressing the challenges posed by parental expectations. Key themes include teacher stress, parental involvement, social status, communication, and strategies for managing conflict. The paper draws on relevant research to illuminate the dynamics between teachers and parents, aiming to contribute to a better understanding of these complex relationships and offer practical solutions for promoting a more collaborative and harmonious educational environment.

• Université: University of Frankfurt (Main)
• Note: 1,6
• Auteur: Nicky Jan (Auteur)
• Année de publication: 2015
• Pages: 10
• N° de catalogue: V488850
• ISBN (ebook): 9783668966437
• ISBN (Livre): 9783668966444
• Langue: anglais
• mots-clé: teacher role conflict parents focus